Katie Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor
About the Practice
Because my practice follows the concierge model, I see fewer clients in order to offer therapy according to the needs of each person. For some that may be monthly sessions, for others, that may mean meeting weekly. All have access to additional sessions when extra support could be beneficial. With a smaller client base, I am able to better meet your schedule and offer flexibility when we feel more sessions may be helpful.
Because I do not accept insurance, I have more freedom to offer therapy according to your needs without insurance limitations while still maintaining ethical guidelines and a high standard of care.
There is no monthly fee to have access to this, all active clients will receive this level of care. I believe clients should have more access to support in order to better handle all that life throws at them and build the skills to thrive independently.
The No Surprises Act went into effect January 1, 2022 with the goal of protecting patients from unexpected bills for healthcare services. Many of its provisions do not apply directly to mental health providers. However, I am required by law to give self-pay patients a Good Faith Estimate of costs for services.
If you are billed for more than this Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill. You may contact me to let me know you were billed higher than the Good Faith Estimate. You may also start a dispute resolution process with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). If you choose to use the dispute resolution process, you must start the dispute process within 120 calendar days (about 4 months) of the date on the original bill. There is a $25 fee to use the dispute process. If the agency reviewing your dispute agrees with you, you will have to pay the price on the Good Faith Estimate. If the agency disagrees with you and agrees with the health care provider, you will have to pay the higher amount. To learn more and get a form to start the process, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
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Individual Therapy
I help those feeling overwhelmed and lost in life. This can be a frustrating, disheartening and lonely period in our lives. Sometimes we present to others one way but really feel uncertainty and disconnection with little to no understanding of why it is happening or what to do about it.
Together we can work to navigate the stressors of life, find a sense of direction and build self confidence. Throughout our work, I use quantitative data to obtain the goals you have for yourself. Ultimately, you will have more satisfaction and fulfillment in life.
Anxiety Parenting Self Esteem Anger
Trauma Grief Relationships Life Organization
Sleep Issues Life Transitions Stress Conflict
I look at every client differently. You are unique and have different needs than other people. I utilize different techniques and tools depending on your needs and what may help you. Therapy can help us become more self aware and lead us to a better understanding of who we are and what we need.
Group Therapy:
Better Sleep Workshop
Learn and practice sleep techniques to help
quiet racing thoughts and get deeper sleep.
5 week virtual experience
Starting Feb 8, 2024
8:30pm - 9:00pm
Cost is $50 (can be paid in weekly increments)
Inspire Group
Are you struggling to make a change in your life?
Do you have a goal that seems too hard to achieve?
Do you need non-judgmental accountability?
Get support, explore barriers, learn tools, build self awareness and make changes
8 week virtual wellness group
Starting Feb 15, 2024
Cost is $160 (can be paid in weekly increments)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
About Me
I'm eclectic when it comes to approach. I utilize different approaches including but not limited to Psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Solution Focused. Ultimately, I'm here for you and together we can find something that works for you!
I'm not originally from Pennsylvania, I grew up in Virginia. I went to the University of Rochester for undergrad where I studied Psychology and American Sign Language. I lived all over the United States working in various capacities with families, couples, children and adults. I attended Duquesne University for my Master's program in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have been practicing in the field for more than 9 years. Having a virtual practice has allowed me to help those all over Pennsylvania.
Katie Matthews, MSEd, NCC, LPC
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Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.
Sharon L. Adler